762 Deputy Christy O’Sullivan asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when he will give approval for the appointment of a Civil Defence officer in Skibbereen, County Cork to replace the retired former holder of the post as requested by Cork County Council; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14566/10]

My Department recently received a request from Cork County Council seeking sanction for the employment of two Civil Defence Officers. This request is currently being examined and a response will issue to the Council shortly.